Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Forest Fire Nearby

Yesterday starting a 3:45 P.M. a forest fire blazed on a mountain

opposite the one on which we live. By the night time it was blazing in full view. Winds here were dry and gusting up to 55 M.P.H. making it a real challenge to contain. Fire fighters were called out to from all neighboring counties. I awoke this morning to hear on the radio that all homes that were in jeopardy were saved! We were able to procure these photos across the valley to the mountain top that was involved. I had never seen a fire line so clearly and from this vantage point before in my life. Praises to all involved in fighting this fire. It was really something to watch at night!Let's hope that it is a one time event. Apparently, it was started when the high winds caused a tree to fall down across electric lines...I would say that I can surmise thus far that living in the High Country is not for the faint of heart.